Oily Definition
oily
adjective
- containing an unusual amount of grease or oil; "greasy hamburgers"; "oily fried potatoes"; "oleaginous seeds"
- unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech; "buttery praise"; "gave him a fulsome introduction"; "an oily sycophantic press agent"; "oleaginous hypocrisy"; "smarmy self-importance"; "the unctuous Uriah Heep"; "soapy compliments"
- coated or covered with oil; "oily puddles in the streets"
- smeared or soiled with grease or oil; "greasy coveralls"; "get rid of rubbish and oily rags"
"Oily" in song lyrics
See how oily is used in real songs:
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"So when I pull a joint out it be all greasy and oily"
Wiz Khalifa f/ 50 Cent — Telescope -
"gall bladder oily"
AOL — AOL -
"keeping fried potatoes from getting oily"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with oily
Usage tips for "oily"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "oily" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for oily to find words that pair well.